FERMANAGH is set to welcome a significant boost to its’s tourism sector with the recent approval of a major development project featuring 36 eco holiday lodges. This initiative aims to attract visitors seeking sustainable travel options while showcasing the stunning natural beauty of the region. The site is located on ‘lands at Inish Dacharne’ near […]
Capping Fermanagh landfill site will cost £1.9 million
THE cost of capping the full Drummee Landfill Site will cost just shy of £2 million, it has been revealed. A ‘Business Case for Consideration and Noting’ to Fermanagh and Omagh District Council has reported the estimated cost of capping the full-to-capacity dump will cost a major £1,982,453.00. Twenty years after the Drummee Landfill Site […]
Fermanagh band The Tumbling Paddies to star on TG4
THE Tumbling Paddies are committed to keeping “things lively” at their gigs as they prepare to be the house band on a major TG4 talent show which recognises some of Ireland’s top stars. The Fermanagh band, who have burst onto the music scene, has been confirmed as the main act on ‘Glór Tíre’, on Tuesday […]
Kelly Lynch’s mother’s quest for answers a year on
A YEAR has passed since the tragic death of Kelly Lynch, and her mother remains steadfast in her quest for answers. In a heartfelt appeal, she is urging anyone with information to come forward to help shed light on the circumstances surrounding her daughter’s passing. Julieanne Lynch has shared the current status of the investigation. […]
Fermanagh chef Marty on hot plate on Great British Menu
A TALENTED Fermanagh chef represented Northern Ireland in this year’s Great British Menu last night. With a strong emphasis on local heros, Marty McAdam aimed to impress the judges and highlight the rich culinary heritage of Northern Ireland. The show started off with a menu submission once the brief was sent, something Marty, pictured left, found […]
Tributes paid to ‘one of a kind’ Gemma McVeigh
THE Fermanagh community has been left deeply saddened following the death of much-loved nurse Gemma McVeigh who was remembered for her “infectious laughter” and “boundless energy.” Ms McVeigh passed away peacefully at the Palliative Care Unit at Omagh Hospital on Friday, following a long battle with illness, aged 44 years old. One of six children born […]
Uninsured Fermanagh driver had a ‘medical emergency’
A BELLEEK woman who was detected driving without insurance was on her way to hospital for a medical emergency, a local court has heard. Catherine Armstrong (22) of Cornahaltie Road appeared at Enniskillen Magistrate Court on Wednesday on one count of using a vehicle without insurance. She had been stopped driving a red Ford Fiesta […]
Fermanagh teacher guilty of sex assault on pupil
AN ENNISKILLEN secondary school teacher has been found guilty of the sexual assault of a young pupil. David Baxter (65), of Killadeas Road, Lisnarick, was accused of sexually touching a child under 13 on an unknown date between February 1 and April 30, 2018. Baxter, who is the former head of music at Erne Integrated College, […]
Fermanagh family’s fundariser to help others
The McCaffrey are undertaking a mammoth charity fundraiser to raise awareness of a condition that claimed the life of their precious son, James.
Fermanagh woman battling to claim pothole damages
A LOCAL woman has been left furious following difficulty in making a claim after her car hit a pothole causing damage. Ciara from Belleek was traveling on the Lough Shore Road on Saturday evening when just before the Magho view point coming from Enniskillen, she hit a pothole and as a result, got a puncture. Ciara […]